Introducing the PADI ‘How To’ series featuring helpful tips as you discover the underwater world. If you’ve just started the PADI Open Water Diver course, or simply haven’t been in the water for some time, we’ve got you covered with a full visual breakdown on how to perfect these skills so you feel the most comfortable in the water.
During the PADI Open Water Course, you will learn how to recover your regulator while at depth. Watch the below video to see how it’s done:
Step by Step | How to Alternate Air Source
Step 1: Signal out of air.
Step 2: Buddy donates alternate air source.
Step 3: Accept alternate air source.
Step 4: Purge regulator.
Step 5: Roman handshake.
Step 6: Signal okay.
Step 7: Signal to surface.
Step 8: Ascend.
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